Privacy and Cookies Policy

Effective Date: September 24, 2024

  1. Introduction

ApexCognita Private Limited (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “ApexCognita”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy and Cookies Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with global data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and India’s Information Technology Act 2000 and related Information Technology Rules (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) 2011.

  1. Who We Are

Our website address is: https://apexcognita.com

ApexCognita Private Limited, headquartered at Mussoorie Tower, Hill County, Nizampet Road, Bachupally, Hyderabad, 500090, Telangana, India, is a global leader in IT services, consulting, and product development.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Personal Data: Information that directly identifies you, such as your name, email address, phone number, and contact details.
  • Usage Data: Information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and interaction with our website.
  • Sensitive Personal Data: We do not collect sensitive data (as defined under Indian law) unless explicitly provided by you for specific purposes such as legal compliance or employment.
  1. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for various lawful purposes, including:

  • Providing and maintaining our website and services.
  • Responding to your inquiries and customer support requests.
  • Sending promotional and informational content where you have consented.
  • Improving our services based on user feedback.
  • Compliance with legal obligations, such as responding to court orders or regulatory requirements.
  1. Cookies and Similar Technologies

 5.1 What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us recognize your device and collect information about your interactions with our site.

 5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Necessary Cookies: Essential for you to browse the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas.
  • Performance Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
  • Functional Cookies: Enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your login details.
  • Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests.

 5.3 Cookie Storage Duration

  • Login cookies: Retained for two days.
  • Screen option cookies: Retained for one year.
  • Comments cookies: Retained for one year for convenience when posting comments.

 5.4 Managing Cookies

You can control how cookies are handled by adjusting your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain parts of our website.

  1. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other website. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interaction with their content.

  1. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell or share your personal data except in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our business and website.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal data to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government authorities.
  • Business Transfers: If ApexCognita undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be part of the transferred assets.
  1. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. For example:

  • Comments and Metadata: Retained indefinitely to recognize and approve follow-up comments.
  • User Data: For registered users, personal information is retained as long as their account is active.
  1. Your Rights

 9.1 Under GDPR (EU and UK Residents)

You have the following rights:

  • Right to Access
  • Right to Rectification
  • Right to Erasure
  • Right to Restrict Processing
  • Right to Data Portability
  • Right to Object

 9.2 Under CCPA (California Residents)

You have the following rights:

  • Right to Know
  • Right to Delete
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale
  • Right to Non-Discrimination

 9.3 Under Indian Law (IT Act, 2000)

You have the following rights:

  • Right to Consent
  • Right to Access and Correction
  • Right to Withdraw Consent
  • Right to Data Erasure

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

  1. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:

  • Encryption of personal data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Employee training on data protection and security practices

However, please note that no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

  1. International Data Transfers

ApexCognita may transfer your personal data to other countries, including countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other mechanisms recognised under applicable laws.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them. If we discover that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it.

  1. Changes to This Privacy and Cookies Policy

ApexCognita reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy and Cookies Policy at any time without prior notice. We will post any changes on this page with a revised “Effective Date” at the top of the policy. It is your responsibility to review this Privacy and Cookies Policy periodically to stay informed about our data practices. Your continued use of our services following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to ensure you are aware of any updates. If you do not agree with any changes made to this policy, you should discontinue your use of our services.

  1. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy and Cookies Policy, or if you wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Company: ApexCognita Private Limited

Address: Mussoorie Tower, Hill County, Nizampet Road, Bachupally, Hyderabad, 500090, Telangana, India

This Privacy and Cookies Policy was last updated on September 24, 2024.

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